05-04-201305-04-2013
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
May 4, 2013 10:00 AMCalender
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Figural China Clock by Henry Marc

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Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2652MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: May 04, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

Figural China Clock by Henry Marc, Paris, c. 1860, seated figures of music and science flank the 3-in. porcelain Roman numeral dial marked Henry Marc, a Paris, pierced brass hands, topped by an urn draped with floral garlands, eight-day, time and count-wheel strike movement with silk thread suspension, ht. 12 1/2 in.
Estimate $2,000-2,500

Some loss to gilt section of base. Clock ticks and strikes but may need cleaning or adjustment.


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Keywords

Henry Marc, Paris